Allahabad HC Upholds GST Detention Based on Driver’s Statement

Aasar Scrap Traders Vs State of U.P. And 2 Others (Allahabad High Court) The Allahabad High Court, in the case of Aasar Scrap Traders Vs State of U.P. And 2 Others, dismissed a writ petition challenging the detention and imposition of tax and penalty on a consignment under the GST Act. The Court upheld the orders of the appellate and assessing authorities, affirming the principle that the driver’s categorical statement recorded at the time of interception holds greater legal sanctity than subsequent explanations or documentation provided by the assessee. Background of the Detention The p...